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31 Units or 300? The Massive Legal Battle That Could Redefine Downtown Westwood

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Westwood Housing War: Developer Sues for 300 Units as Borough Fights to Control Growth

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WESTWOOD, NJ – A high-stakes legal battle is unfolding in the “Hub of the Pascack Valley.” While Westwood officials have cleared the way for a modest affordable housing expansion, a developer is pushing for nearly ten times that amount, threatening to reshape the borough’s downtown forever.

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The Deadline Push: The March 15 Mandate: How Ridgewood is Re-Shaping Its Commercial Districts to Meet State Law

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Ridgewood Approves Controversial “Affordable Housing” Plan: What Homeowners Need to Know

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Ridgewood NJ, the debate over the future of Ridgewood’s landscape reached a turning point this week. Despite a wave of vocal opposition from local residents, the Village Council has officially moved forward with five key ordinances that will define the next chapter of affordable housing in the community.

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